Barcelona City Tour with Spain-Portugal Rail Experience

9 days • Free CancellationMin 2 participantsMeet on locationInstant confirmationPrivate tour • Operated by European Voyages

Why we love it?

The Spain-Portugal Rail Tour offers an immersive 9-day experience through the vibrant culture and stunning landscapes of Barcelona, Spain. This tour is ideal for travelers who appreciate the convenience of train travel while exploring historic cities and picturesque regions. With accommodations in 3-star hotels, guests can enjoy a comfortable stay as they delve into local traditions, cuisine, and architecture. The distinctive aspect of this tour lies in its seamless blend of rail journeys and city exploration, allowing participants to absorb the essence of both Spain and Portugal in a relaxed and enjoyable manner.
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Inclusions

  • Cost Per Person in Twin /  Double / Triple rooms based on 3 Star Hotel

Exclusions

  • 1) 3 Euro tip per person per day.
  • 2) No Porterage included.
  • 3) Any increase in the rate of exchange leading to an increase in surface transportation and land arrangements, which may come into effect prior to departure. The tour price is subject to increase without notice if this rate changes substantially prior to the departure of your tour.
  • 4) Any expenses of personal nature such as laundry, wines, mineral water, food and drink not in the regular menu provided by us pay TV, mini-bar, telephone calls, etc.
  • 5) All Meals.
  • 6) Cost of excursions, city sightseeing, entrance fees and local guides other than that mentioned in “Tour Cost Includes”.
  • 7) Airfare & airport tax.
  • 8) Visa Fees.
  • 9) Travel insurance.

Itinerary

Day 1
  • Airport to hotel transfer

    Airport to hotel transfer. Checkin at Hotel. Rest of the day at leisure. 

    Overnight in Barcelona.

Day 2
  • Breakfast at the hotel

    Breakfast at the hotel. Discover the exuberance and beauty of Barcelona on a 4.5-hour morning tour of this exquisite Catalan city. Perfect for first-time visitors, this tour is the ideal introduction to Barcelona’s famous sights, including the Barcelona cathedral, Gothic quarter, the Olympic Village (Vila Olimpica) and the beautiful Montjuic castle. 

    Sample a glass of cava at the Spanish Village (Poble Espanyol), then take in aerial views of Barcelona’s skyline and the city harbor from a cable car (included).
    Meet your local guide in central Barcelona and start your morning tour with a stroll through Plaza de Catalunya, with its many fountains and statues, then wander along the narrow medieval streets of the Gothic Quarter with your local guide. You will see many buildings dating from the 15th century, including the Barcelona Cathedral, as you continue to Plaza Sant Jaume, where the important government buildings are located, including the Palace of Generalitat and the Town Hall.

    Next, take in views of the Mediterranean Sea and the Barcelona Coast on the way to the Olympic Village (Vila Olimpica), home to athletes during the Olympics, and the Port Olympic.Continue to the Montjuic Mountain for a panoramic view of the city and harbor. When you arrive, tour the Llus Companys Olympic Stadium, the Palau Sant Jordi and the Calatrava Tower. Then, visit the Spanish Village (Poble Espanyol) to see typical architecture and traditional crafts from different regions of Spain, and taste Catalan cava (included), the renowned local sparkling wine.

    Next, get on a cable-car (included) and take in aerial views of the Barcelona skyline, on the ride down to Montjuic Castle. From there, head back to central Barcelona, where you will have the afternoon free to explore the city at your leisure. 

    Overnight in Barcelona. 

Day 3
  • Breakfast at the hotel

    Breakfast at the hotel. Checkout From Barcelona to Station for Madrid. 

    On arrival Checkin at Madrid Hotel.Rest of the Day at leisure on your own.

    Overnight at Madrid. 

Day 4
  • Breakfast at hotel

    Breakfast at hotel. Later Marvel at the sights of Madrid on this tour of the city and the Royal Palace. Learn about Madrid’s past and the events that have shaped the city you see today.Discover Madrid’s multi-faceted history, from its Arab origins to the reigns of Phillip II and Charles III, and finally to present day Madrid. It was during the reign of Charles III in the 18th century that artistic and cultural ideas were introduced, enabling Madrid to become an important cultural and scientific center.

    Walk past such well known sights and squares as Monumento de la Encarnacion, Plaza de Oriente, Mayor, Puerta de la Operal, Ramales, de la Villa, Sacramento, Puerta del Sol and Coln square, where you can stop, relax and enjoy a complimentary soft drink.

    Continue to Madrid’s Royal Palace. Built in the 18th century on the site of an ancient alcassar (Arab-fortress) in the classical Italian baroque style, it is one of the most beautiful and best preserved palaces in Europe. Your tour of the palace reveals rich tapestries, exquisite china pieces, clocks in every room.

    Overnight at Madrid.

Day 5
  • Breakfast at the hotel

    Breakfast at the hotel. Rest of the day at leisure at your own. In Evening Checkout from Hotel to Station for Lisbon. 

    Overnight at Train to Lisbon.

Day 6
  • Checkin at Lisbon Hotel

    Checkin at Lisbon Hotel. Rest of the day at leisure at your own. 

    Overnight at Lisbon. 

Day 7
  • Breakfast at Hotel

    Breakfast at Hotel . Spend a lovely afternoon in Sintra, a fairytale-like hillside town, which was also declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site, just outside Lisbon. This half-day tour includes a guided element, but you’ll have two hours of free time to explore on your own. Then, bring your camera to capture a shot of Cabo da Roca, the most westerly point in mainland Europe. On your way to Cascais, a beautiful coastal town with pretty beaches, you will also pass Hell’s Mouth (Boca do Inferno), a chasm in the seaside cliffs.

    While you’re in Lisbon, don’t miss a trip to Sintra, full of palaces and villas perched in the hills. The dream-like scape is why Sintra is so often called a fairytale town – find out for yourself if it lives up to its reputation on this half-day trip!When you arrive in Sintra, your guide will give you the lay of the land, answer your questions and tell you the must-see sights, including the gorgeous Sintra National Palace (Palcio da Vila) and the whimsical Pena Palace (Palcio da Pena), famous for its Romanticist architecture.You’ll have two hours of free time to explore on your own and visit the attractions that interest you.

    After your two hours, continue your tour to Cabo da Roca (20-minute break in March to October only), a cliff famous for being mainland Europe’s westernmost point. Take pictures of the beautiful landscape and the cape’s small lighthouse.

    On the way to your last stop, Cascais, a former fishing village and preferred resort for European royals in the early 20th century, keep your eyes open, and you’ll be rewarded with views of the coast and beautiful Guincho Beach. In Cascais, enjoy your 10-minute break, stroll along one of the small beaches and enjoy the sea views before heading back to Lisbon. 

    Overnight at Lisbon. 

Day 8
  • Breakfast at Hotel

    Breakfast at Hotel. In Afternoon Discover the beauty of Lisbon on a half-day trip that covers all of the city’s highlights. Enjoy a walking tour of the Moorish Alfama quarter and learn interesting facts about the city from your guide as you wander through the neighborhood’s cobblestone streets and alleyways. Sample Port wine at a local shop; then, head to the Belm district to see the Belm Tower and the Monument to the Discoveries. Visit the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Jernimos Monastery and discover the world’s most opulent historical carriages at the Coach Museum.

    Meet your guide in central Lisbon or enjoy pickup from your Lisbon hotel and relax on a comfortable, air-conditioned coach as you head to the Alfama district. With your guide, wander around the streets of this neighborhood, the oldest in Lisbon and the birthplace of Fado, Portugal’s own musical genre. Stop at a local store to sample Portugal’s famous Port wine.

    Get back on the coach and continue along the waterfront towards Commerce Square (Praa do Comrcio) in the heart of Lisbon. Take in views of the Tagus River and S de Lisboa cathedral , one of Lisbon’s oldest churches.When you arrive in Belm, see the Belm Tower and the Monument to the Discoveries, both of which commemorate Vasco da Gama’s expedition to the Americas. Visit the 16th-century UNESCO World Heritage-listed Jernimos Monastery, one of the greatest examples of Manueline art, located by the riverfront.

    Next, browse through the amazing 17th-century luxury coaches built for the aristocracy at the Coach Museum. On Mondays, when the Jernimos Monastery and Coach Museum are closed, you will instead visit the neoclassical Palcio Nacional da Ajuda (Ajuda Palace ) or the Casa-Museu Medeiros e Almeida, which showcases an exhaustive collection of artwork by the Portuguese artist Antnio de Medeiros e Almeida. 

    Overnight at Lisbon. 

Day 9
  • Breakfast at hotel

    Breakfast at hotel. Transfer for your airport to return home. 

Please Note

  • Contract: The Terms and Conditions will form the contract between European Voyages and the person making/paying for the booking. No contract exists until European Voyages has received payment and issued its confirmation invoice. Rates are subject to currency fluctuation and Government taxes and may be changed without notice. Rates are guaranteed upon acceptance of full payment.
  • Travel Insurance: We highly recommend the purchase of a Travel Insurance protection plan.
  • Cancellations/Refunds/Change: Notice of cancellation must be made by e-mail directly to the Company.
  • Changes by the Company: On occasion it may be necessary to amend certain arrangements of your holiday, which we reserve the right to do at any time. If a major change occurs we will inform you as soon as possible. Major change is one that involves a change in location or offering a lower category hotel. In these instances we will offer an alternative subject to your acceptance and if the hotel originally booked is of a superior category and is substituted with a standard category, we will issue a refund to you Upon acceptance of the change no further claims for compensation or additional expenses will be accepted. In no case we will pay compensation or accept liability if change is due to force majeure; risk/threat of war; industrial disputes; riot; civil strife; terrorist activity; natural/nuclear disasters; fire or adverse weather conditions; technical problems to transport; closure or congestion of airports or ports; cancellations or changes of scheduled airlines and similar events beyond our control.m
  • Travel Documents/Proof of Citizenship: It is your responsibility to be in possession of a valid machine readable passport and/or visa if required.
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  • Hotel Accommodation: European Voyages reserves the right to substitute alternative hotels to those featured, provided they are of comparable category or better. All properties are contracted on a 'Run of House' basis, which means you have a standard room from any part of the property unless otherwise advertised. Special accommodation requests, such as adjoining rooms, or twin beds are subject to the hotel availability and cannot be guaranteed. We cannot accept any booking that is conditional upon special requests being met

Cancellation Policy

Fully refundable until 4 days before start

Non-refundable after 4 days before start

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